What is tummy tuck or tummy tuck?
The tummy tuck or tummy is a surgical procedure that we perform on men and women in order to remove excess skin and localized fat from the abdominal area. Through this procedure, the muscles of the abdominal wall are also attached to give firmness (diastasis of the rectus abdominals), a situation that can occur after pregnancies or important changes in weight loss.
How is an abdominoplasty performed?
In the Abdominoplasty o Tummy Tuck An incision is made at the level of the pubis, the skin is lifted and fat excessively dry and dry; At this time the exposed muscles are treated with dots to define the contour and return the tone to the abdominal wall. Finally, the skin is sutured. This procedure is performed under general anesthesia.
Abdominoplasty surgery time
The average duration of surgery varies between 2 and 4 hours, depending on each patient.
before surgery
Remember to always inform the medical team about the medications you are taking and the diseases that may influence the procedure.
The surgeon will give you a series of instructions that you must take into account before the surgery, based on the result of the medical tests that must previously be carried out.
after surgery
Post-surgical treatment must be performed according to the medical indication and taking into account your clinical history. At ClinIQ we have the most advanced and innovative devices, which will achieve rapid healing, decreased edema, pain reduction, improvement of the activity of the circulatory system and excellent tissue recovery. In addition, timely access to doctors to support you in all your needs.
What kind of scar can I expect after a tummy tuck or tummy?
Plastic abdominal surgery is one of the most we do at ClinIQ, our patients are motivated to renew the abdominal area, remove excess skin and localized fat.
The incisions of a classic tummy tuck extend from one hip bone to another, as well as a small incision around the navel. It is a very low scar, usually around the pubic hair line, being hidden with underwear or bikini and thus eliminating all the aesthetic inconveniences. Some scars and stretch marks below the navel can disappear on the part of skin and fat that is removed.
Mini tummy tuck is recommended for those with little excess skin in the area under the navel. During this procedure, the navel remains fixed and only the skin and lower abdominal muscles are tightened. This procedure is performed with a shorter incision, much like the scar of a caesarean section.
Most of our patients observe a significant improvement in the appearance of their scars from 6 months of surgery.
The location of the incisions of a tummy tuck helps to minimize the notoriety of the scars, since they can easily be hidden under clothing.
Although there will always be a scar, the results provided by a tummy tuck completely compensate for any mark that may remain. Following the indications for postoperative care is essential for the best results.